A wise man watches his faults more closely than his virtues; fools reverse the order.
Napoleon HillRead
Measure a person by what they do with power.
Interpretation
What this quote means
A person's true character is revealed by how they use their power and influence.
This quote emphasizes that the moral quality of a person can be judged by their actions when they have power. Whether one uses power for good or ill reflects their true nature and values, suggesting that ethical behavior in positions of authority is a hallmark of integrity.
Themes
PowerCharacterIntegrityActionsMorality
In practice
Example use cases
In a leadership seminar: 'As we discuss integrity, remember Pittacus of Mytilene's wisdom: Measure a person by what they do with power.'
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